Introduce search engines with an activity that models how search engines work and the different algorithms they employ. Working in groups, class members then build search queries to demonstrate the knowledge learned.

It's a delicate balance—using technology to improve our lives while still protecting the environment, and ourselves, from the hazards of technology use. Class members examine statistics about the increase in media use, complete a survey...

Today's blog topic is robotic limb replacement for amputees. Upper graders read the related article and argument, then compose a blog response that addresses the questions provided. This is a great way to get kids thinking about ethics,...

From air conditioner and body work to thermostat and transmission, the terms used in this simple word puzzle cover a range of vocabulary related to auto shop and automotive technology.

Familiarize your class with Google operators, specific symbols, or words they can use to express more clearly to the search tool what they want to find. With the resources included here, they can test their previous knowledge, view...

Learn how to find things quickly and efficiently on the Internet. The instructional activity teaches how search engines work and how to efficiently use them. It includes an activity where groups develop search queries to find sites using...

In this technology worksheet, middle schoolers write the words in the correct order using the theme of technology. The answers are found by clicking the button at the bottom of the page.

In this technology worksheet, students look for the words that are related to the concept of the Unix computer language. The skill of spelling is emphasized.

In this computer word search instructional activity, students locate and identify 20 computer-related words in the word bank within the word search puzzle.    

In this fire extinguisher word search worksheet, students find a total of 14 related words after reading a short passage about fire extinguishers. Students then color a picture the correct colors, based on a picture they find of an...

Does technology affect our intelligence? Stefanie Olsen's article, "Intelligence in the Internet Age," and the thought provoking reading comprehension questions that follow, are sure to generate a lively discussion. 

Who was Steve Jobs and what has he contributed to American culture and technology? Kids ask themselves these questions as they read a New York Times article about Apple and Mr. Jobs. There are seven comprehension questions for learners...

This is both a great idea and a great way to help your class organize a themed project. They use these worksheets to assist them in writing a creative historical narrative about the life and travels of an explorer. They'll compare and...

In this language arts worksheet, students study 20 words in a word bank, then locate them in a word search puzzle. The words appear to be related to chemistry but the meaning of the title is not known.

Always check your assumptions when interpreting data and data visualizations. That's the take away from this exercise. Class members examine a failed project that looks at search trends to predict flu outbreaks and consider the...

Here is an activity that merges technology with life skills as individuals use Google Earth to explore the differences between coordinate systems and map projections. The self-guided activity is the fourth segment in a nine-part unit....

Here is a basic online interactive practice page for 10 common irregular verbs. Learners find the present tense forms in a word search, conjugate them in the past and past participle, and fill in the blanks with the correct past tense...

Introduce your class to the concept of finite-state automata with an activity that asks individuals to try to map their way to Treasure Island by taking different routes though an island chain. Each island has two ship sailing...

In this internet research worksheet, students search for the answers to five multiple choice questions. They are directed to use the Fact Monster search engine.

In this internet research instructional activity, 3rd graders answer five unrelated questions by using the Fact Monster search engine for their research.

In this internet research worksheet, 3rd graders use the Fact Monster search engine to find the answers to five multiple choice questions. A sample question asks: "Which ocean borders the African country of Ghana?"

In this internet research learning exercise, 3rd graders answer five unrelated multiple choice questions by using the Fact Monster search engine. A sample question asks; "Which of the traits below is not a trait of a good citizen?"

For this internet research worksheet, students answer three multiple choice and seven short answer questions by using the Fact Monster search engine.

In this internet research worksheet, students answer ten unrelated questions by using the Fact Monster search engine. A sample question asks: "Achilles, one of the strongest heroes in Greek mythology, met his death when he was wounded in...